Rivercity Inclusion Society in Campbell River, Vancouver Island, BC is hiring for our brand new L.I.F.E. program! We are looking for candidates who want to make a difference with individuals by helping them increase confidence and independence, connect to the community, learn new things, build friendships and a network of natural support around them, while also pursuing employment goals.

The L.I.F.E. Service:
• Explores and creates personalized supports related to employment, community connection, relationships, and lifelong learning.
• Is offered throughout a person’s community.
• Changes over time. The number of hours, location and type of support will adjust over time based on their changing goals and needs.
• Is regularly evaluated by the person to continually improve their service experience as well as improve how the service works overall for everyone.
• Makes a difference in a person’s life by strengthening confidence and growing a network of natural support around them.

This is a BCGEU union position.
Permanent Full-Time: 37.5 hours per week. Typically, Monday-Friday, however, will involve evening and weekends (dependent on client and service support needs).
Flexibility in shifts / schedules is an ongoing requirement in this position.
Salary, T&Cs and benefits are as per General Unit Collective Agreement.
Salary $27.54 - $31.61 per hour (Grid Level 11).

The successful candidate will fulfil the requirements set out below, they will also live the society values of Respect-Fairness-Belonging-Inclusion.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

Can include but not limited to:
-The facilitation of meetings to check in on the status of goals monthly or on and as needed basis.
-Creation, implementation and evaluation of goals.
-Assisting individuals with Employment plans (resumes, job applications, interviews, job coaching, fade out plans).
-Provide job site training and work effectively with others in a wide variety of work environments.
-Participation in activities with the goal of moving towards individual independence.
-Providing support to a wide range of individuals with varying abilities and desires.
-Use of your personal vehicle daily and public transport.
-Marketing of individual skills to potential employers.
-Customizing/carving jobs based on individual and employer needs.
-Teaching skills using a variety of different learning styles (visual, audio, written).
-Connection with community resources / opportunities for individuals to continue to develop skills to independence.
-Provide access and ability to access lifelong learning opportunities within the community.
-Provide support to individuals to learn at their own pace to help develop independence.

What We Offer:
What is important to you matters to us, so we have raised the bar to provide flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle and contributes to your life-work balance
Build relationships and give back to your local community
Boston Pizza Scholarship Program
A respectful culture and work environment where your feedback matters
Fantastic reward and recognition programs
Discounted or free meals.

*Shift Work
*Accommodations Provided
*Union wages

Join our crew as a Hooktender at our Northern Vancouver Island operations! Our Vernon camp location (Located between Gold River and Woss, near Vernon Lake.) is equipped with kitchen and washroom facilities, air-conditioned private rooms, high speed internet access, and satellite TV. You also have the option to bring your own trailer or RV to camp: high speed internet access and full water, power & sewage hook-ups are available.

Why work for us?
HDL is an award-winning logging company on Vancouver Island, BC, employing approximately 50 people, and contractors to conduct falling, yarding, loading, hauling, road maintenance, roadside brushing and road construction operations.

We provide:

Competitive wages.
Union rates apply.
Medical, dental, and vision care benefits.
Life insurance.
Retirement planning.
Training and development opportunities.
Well-maintained equipment, and a safety-first environment.
What do you need to apply?

Experience as a Hooktender required.
Strong communication and leadership skills required.
Physically able to dismantle, move and set up a variety of high-lead equipment.
Occupational First Aid is an asset.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41.91 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
Vision care
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Job description
· Must be an experienced Grapple Yarder Operator

· Ability to demonstrate safe Grapple Yarder operation and basic service

· Strong communication and leadership skills required

· Valid BC Driver's License and Clean BC Driver's Abstract

· Occupational First Aid is an Asset

Union Rate and Benefits

Permanent/ Full Time

Location: Mid Island Operations (near Woss, BC - Vernon Lake)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40.80 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
Vision care
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Campbell River, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Join our crew as a Chaser for our Grapple Yarder operations on Northern Vancouver Island! Our Vernon camp location (Located between Gold River and Woss, near Vernon Lake.) is equipped with kitchen and washroom facilities, air-conditioned private rooms, high speed internet access, and satellite TV. You also have the option to bring your own trailer or RV to camp: high speed internet access and full water, power & sewage hook-ups are available.

Why work for us?
HDL is an award-winning logging company on Vancouver Island, BC, employing approximately 50 people, and contractors to conduct falling, yarding, loading, hauling, road maintenance, roadside brushing and road construction operations.

We provide:

Competitive wages.
Union rates apply.
Medical, dental, and vision care benefits.
Life insurance.
Retirement planning.
Training and development opportunities.
Well-maintained equipment, and a safety-first environment.
What do you need to apply?

Chainsaw use & service preferred.
Strong communication and problem solving skills.
Physically able to dismantle, move and set up a variety of high-lead equipment.
Occupational First Aid Level 3 would be an asset.

Compensation

Salary range of $65,000 to $75,000 based on qualifications and experience. Lemare Employer Paid Benefits include Extended Health, Dental, Long-Term Disability, Group Life Insurance, and RRSP Contributions. Employees participate in these plans as subject to the plan’s requirements.
This position is a permanent full-time position. Remuneration is provided based on the individual hired and their skill set. Reviews of training, progress, and remuneration are conducted at established timelines.

The team at Compass Dental located in Campbell River, BC is looking for a passionate, hard-working Registered Dental Hygienist on a full-time basis.

The ideal Registered Dental Hygienist will be highly motivated to educate patients on preventative dental care and oral hygiene, as well as empower them in their commitment to good oral health by developing treatment plans and home care routines tailored towards the patients’ needs.

Learn more about our team and clinic here: https://compassdental.ca/

WHAT WE ARE OFFERING:

Corporate sponsored incentive programs such as phantom stock option plan for full-time employees (a first of its kind in the Canadian dental industry)
Relocation or Signing Bonus!
Full-time position status
Permanent employment
Benefits ( Extended Medical and Dental, etc.)
Uniform allowance
State-of-the-art technologies
Parking available
Transit accessible
Continuing education incentives
Team building activities
Hygiene assistants
Established patient base
Mentorship and training from highly skilled, experienced dental professionals; a great opportunity to grow and excel
Collaborative team and environment to help you succeed as a Registered Dental Hygienist

SCHEDULE:

4-5 days per week

Compass Dental is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

JOB ID: 6285RDH-2-BDE

St. Jean’s Cannery is a locally-owned business whose head office is in Nanaimo. This job is at the Campbell River retail store and depot location. You would be part of a small team of people who assist retail customers as well as sport fishermen who are having St. Jean’s process their catch. Training will be provided in areas such as processing cash and credit/debit payments, re-stocking shelves, receiving sport fish orders, paperwork and light cleaning/dusting.

Your schedule would be flexible based on a balance of the staffing needs of the store and your availability but you could expect 2-4 days’ work each week, including some Saturdays. Training would be provided to the right candidate and a benefits package is offered after successful completion of 3 months employment.

The environment at St. Jean’s is casual but professional. We are a team of front-line workers in a seasonal industry. Courtesy is expected from everyone, staff and customers alike. We are an inclusive environment and welcome people from all walks of life.

Flexible schedule: Day shifts Part-time working towards full-time for September.

28-35 hours per week depending on shifts. Must be available days and weekends.

Hours of operation 6:30am - 4:00pm, day-time shifts falling within those hours. Some weekend shifts expected.

Eligibility: Any person of indigenous descent who is a full-time student, returning to full-time studies (high school or post-secondary) in the fall/winter of 2024/25.

Start Date: July 31, 2024
End Date: August 16, 2024
Rate of Pay: $22

Responsibilities and duties:
a) Assist the Tlu-piich Games Coordinator in the operations and delivery of the Games
b) Organize equipment and supplies for Games
c) Manage venue preparation for events
d) Organize activities during Games
e) Coordinate and support set-up and take-down of all events
f) Promote activities for Tlu-piich Games
g) Perform other related duties as required

Eligibility: Any person of indigenous descent who is a full-time student, returning to full-time studies (high school or post-secondary) in the fall/winter of 2024/25.

Start Date: July 31, 2024
End Date: August 16, 2024
Rate of Pay: $20

Responsibilities and duties:

a) Assist the Tlu-piich Games Coordinator as needed
b) Provide overall support to the games staff with office procedures
c) Ensure adequate inventory of games files, sporting equipment, trophies and various other items
d) Record minutes of all committee and related meetings
e) Assist in developing the Public Relations and Communications Plan
f) Assign Vendor Booths/concession stands for Games
g) And perform other related duties as required

Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council (NTC) is seeking a term (to March 31, 2025 – with the possibility of an extension), full-time Pre-employment Supports (PES) Coordinator. Along with program coordination activities, the PES Program Coordinator provides case management support to Social Development Workers’ client services. Based out of Port Alberni, this position is under the supervision of the Manager of Social Development, within the NTC’s Education, Training, and Social Development Department.

Responsibilities Include

 Work closely with Case Managers to support Income Assistance Clients to navigate the referral process for access to pre-employment training, client supports, and employment planning.
 Develop a work plan for the PES models, implementation, follow-up, and reporting.
 Ensure and assist Case Manager in the development of clients Employment Action Plans, Budgets, and Decision Forms.
 Develop resource material for client navigation and Social Development policy and procedures.
 Completing the ISC reporting requirements for the PES Program and other reporting requirements.
 Attend PES meetings/conference calls, and meetings with First Nations as required.
 Maintain PES client support files.

As a Certification Specialist your key role will be implementing and maintaining management systems and managing certification systems for resource sector clients (e.g., chain of custody).

You will work closely with resource tenure holders, manufacturers, and resellers.

Tasks involve developing and implementing management systems, completing audits against certification schemes, writing reports, providing training, and liaising with clients and auditors.

Initially, the candidate will assist Supervisors in managing client files, gradually taking on the responsibility of leading client files independently.

The position:
- is full-time and based in Campbell River, BC, Canada
- requires regular independent travel within North America and overseas
- will be provided with on-the-job training
- is ideal for an organized and personable resource sector professional interested in sustainable management systems and certification work

Successful individuals must:
- maintain positive relationships with clients, certification bodies, and auditing firms
- facilitate successful third-party audits and/ or inspections on behalf of clients
- produce professional, technically accurate, concise, and polished documents
- become intimately familiar with the applicable third-party certification standards and legal requirements related to specific clients and their supply chains
- create tailored procedures for clients and educate them and their suppliers on certification and compliance requirements
- complete projects within the assigned time frame and budget

K'awat'si Construction Company is looking for a Carpenter / Foreman who is highly specialized in residential & commercial projects, we require the well-tuned talent of a skilled professional. With some of our largest and most intricate projects in the queue, we’re seeking an experienced Carpenter / Foreman to bring their industry and trade expertise to the KCC team. Working directly with the Site Superintendent and leadership team, this highly specialized Carpenter / Foreman will ensure they create the highest quality experience for all internal and external project partners and collaborators, resulting in exceptional output, timely completion of all projects and leadership in proactive and solutions-focused communication every step of the way.

What We Offer:

Career growth and development opportunities
1 month of covered accommodation for individuals relocating from outside of Northern Vancouver Island
Company events and holiday parties
Benefits after 6 months of employment with the company.
Wellness incentives including a discounted gym membership and free counselling services.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Coordinate tasks according to priorities and plans.
Work with the Site Superintendent to produce schedules and monitor the attendance of crew.
Allocate general and daily responsibilities with the site Superintendent.
Supervise and train workers and tradespeople.
Ensure manpower and resources are adequate.
Supervise the use of machinery and equipment.
Work with the Site Superintendent to monitor expenditure and ensure it remains within budget.
Resolve problems when they arise.
Report on progress to Managers and superintendents.
Supervise a crew of 2-4 carpenters during construction projects.
Oversee construction framing, cribbing & finishing tasks.
Assign tasks to workers.
Complete tasks as needed.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Physical stamina to perform physical tasks in various weather conditions.
Attention to detail.
Organizational and time management skills
QA / QC reports and follow up.
A valid driver's license.

Kwa'lilas Hotel is seeking experienced Front Desk Agents to join our team in Port Hardy! The Kwa’lilas Hotel is located in the traditional territories of the Kwakiutl people. Meaning “a place to sleep”, the “Kwa’lilas” hotel was named by the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw elders in hopes that guests may find peaceful rest after a day of exploration on North Vancouver Island.

The Front Desk Agent will be responsible for greeting and registering guests, providing outstanding guest service during their stay, and settling the guest's accounts upon the completion of their stay.

The perfect candidate for this position must possess a positive and upbeat personality, with a desire to deliver outstanding customer service to our guests. The Front Desk Agent must have the ability to multitask, be detail oriented, and be able to problem solve in order to effectively deal with internal and external customers.

What We Offer:

Career growth and development opportunities
1 month of accommodations at company cost, for those relocating outside of Northern Vancouver Island.
Wellness incentives including: free smoothies, fitness classes, and in person-counselor
Company events and holiday parties
Discounted meals while on shift
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for making guest reservations and checking guests in and out of the hotel
Respond to inquiries via telephone, email, and in person from guests, business partners, and other parties
Compute bills, collect payments, and make changes to guest profiles as needed.
Count and verify cash float
Complete shift audits as required
Print updated in-house, arrival, departure, and room status reports every 2 hours pending activity.
Present a positive and professional image of the organization to all visitors, suppliers, inquiries and any other interactions.
Provide information to staff/clients regarding special activities and the local area.
Assist in other hotel duties as needed, such as: set up and take down of continental breakfast, serving, housekeeping, and laundry.
Perform any other duties as required.

Rivercity Inclusion Society Campbell River, Vancouver Island, BC is hiring and looking for candidates who want to make a difference with children in a school/child care setting who may need additional support. The successful candidate will fulfil the requirements set out below, they will also live the society values of Respect-Fairness-Belonging-Inclusion.

Start date September 12, 2024
25 hours per week
Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 2:45pm, and Friday 9:00am-11:00am
No Pro-d days Christmas or Spring Break.
Temporary part-time until July 31st, 2025

Please list which posting you are applying for in your application.

This is a BCGEU union position
Salary, T&Cs and benefits are as per Community Living Services Collective Agreement.
ECEA salary (dependent on experience) $23.73 - $27.19 per hour (Grid Level 6).
ECE salary (dependent on experience) $25.95- $29.76 per hour (Grid Level 10).

Preference will be given to ECE.

Must be an early Childhood Educator with current BC License to practice as an early Childhood Educator. Three years’ experience working in an inclusive childcare setting. Preference may be given to an Early Childhood Education Special Educator with current BC License to practice as an Early Childhood Education Special Educator. Consideration will be given to applicants with ECE-A (assistant) certification. Current Criminal Record Checks, TB test results, First Aid and CPR required as per Association policy.

Ability to collaborate and work effectively as a member of an inter-professional team. Strong oral communication, organizational, and documentation skills. Ability to provide a calm, healthy, responsive relationship with the child and to establish and maintain supportive, collaborative relationships with families and childcare setting staff. Able to work independently and efficiently with minimum supervision. Ability to maintain confidentiality and maintain a positive, professional, non-judgmental attitude. Must be physically fit, willing and able to meet all physical demands of the job.

**As a not for profit organization we are NOT able to support relocation costs or sponsorship.**

THE OPPORTUNITY

Western Forest Products is hiring for a Maintenance Superintendent to join our Englewood Forest Operations team based in Woss, BC.

What You’ll Do: With an overarching objective of ensuring a safe work environment, you will lead our high performing maintenance team at this division executing safety initiatives, analyzing financial performance, improving operational efficiencies, as well as providing leadership and direction to both staff and unionized employees in the maintenance team, contractors and other service providers.

Who You Are: The ideal candidate will come with 5+ years of experience as a Maintenance Superintendent, preferably in wood products manufacturing or similar industry. We are looking for a self-motivated leader with a strong sense of initiative, ability to build strong relationships, and can ensure the highest standards of safety are upheld. Our ideal candidate also possesses a strong knowledge of collective agreements and experience working in a unionized environment.

What We Offer:

• Salary range of $110,000 - $140,000 based on skill level, qualifications, and experience
• Annual incentive plan
• Pension plan contributions - WFP contributes 7% towards a pension plan, no matching required
• Extended health and dental benefits – WFP pays for 100% of the employee monthly premiums
• 4 weeks’ vacation to start
• Employee family assistance program
• Financial support for learning and development opportunities

Work Environment: This position is to be performed in person at our Englewood Forest operations in Woss, BC.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety and Environmental Performance Overview

• Provide leadership in safety and environmental stewardship by demonstrating and ensuring the adherence to company safety and sustainability processes and procedures.
• Supporting and promoting company Safety Management Systems by working closely with your safety advisor on key safety initiatives;
• Accurate and timely incident investigations performed on time with overarching end goal of discovering route cause and corrective actions;
• Maintain crew training as per requirements set out by health and safety; and,
• Responsible for getting monthly environmental & weekly safety inspections done per Safety Management System and Company Environmental Management System.

Financial Performance

• Supports the interpretation of financial data and analytics to identify cost saving opportunities;
• Support the analysis of downtime reports and other relevant metrics to identify opportunities; and,
• Working with the Operations and Maintenance Managers to develop action plans to increase efficiencies and equipment reliability.

Leadership

• Provide leadership and direction to continuously improve safety by leading daily tool box meetings as well as monthly safety meetings;
• Directs and manages unionized maintenance personnel and contractors to ensure that all equipment operates at its highest capability to meet required production schedules, quality and cost priorities;
• Ensure hourly employee and contractor awareness and compliance with safety, environmental and operational policy, procedures and regulations;
• Hire, train, coach, mentor and manage performance of both staff and hourly maintenance employees;
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Responsible for completing and regularly reviewing Personal Goals and Measures (PGM) documents with staff to ensure goals and targets are achieved.

Operations

• Working with the Operations and Maintenance & Reliability Manager, executes maintenance schedules and processes that are cost effective and increase the availability as well as maximize the operational life of equipment.
• Supervises all maintenance activities and supports capital project cost management and delivery schedules.
• Promotes pro-active maintenance practices by performing regular reviews of equipment in the field to determine overall operating performance.
• Day to day balancing of planned maintenance as well as critical repairs to enable equipment productivity and minimize downtime.
• Makes certain equipment repairs meet manufacturer's specifications, WorkSafeBC regulations and/or Company standards.
• Daily entry to Computerized Maintenance Systems (CMMS) opening & closing work orders.
• Accurate reporting and coding of timecards with on time delivery to the site payroll person.

YOUR CAREER

At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace. We offer challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the industry to meet your career and professional development goals while providing competitive total rewards and recognition.

We provide a variety of on-the-job training and continuing education in many areas at Western to ensure you have the skills you need to succeed. Our promote-from-within culture recognizes high performance and we offer diverse career paths across the organization for those with the talent and will to advance.

WESTERN OVERVIEW

Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that sustainably manages forests and manufactures high-quality wood products. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of BC and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering.

Our commitment to health and safety, environmental stewardship and community engagement is core to how we do business at Western Forest Products.

Our approach to responsible business practices in all aspects of our business is multi-faceted. We adhere to and employ the most stringent environmental practices in the world. The steps we take to ensure the forests in which we operate are renewed and remain healthy and viable for future generations are mirrored in the care we take to make certain our communities continue to grow and prosper. This includes investing in communities where we operate and continuing to forge mutually beneficial relationships with First Nations in respect of their local and cultural interests.

This entry level position is for a receptionist who will also be required to assist in caring for our boarding cats and dogs.

Receptionist role includes greeting clients, answering telephone calls to book appointments as well as to answer client inquiries, and to maintain a neat and organized environment. Animal care assistant duties include walking, feeding and ensuring the overall comfort and well-being of our boarding pets.

This is a great opportunity for individuals interested in the field of animal health. NIVH offers competitive wages, a supportive work environment and other staff incentives.

Full-time or Part-time available